Indianapolis STD Testing Centers

Indianapolis' private testing facilities provide diagnostic testing for a variety of conditions, so other patients won't know the reason for your visit. Your test results will be kept private, and will be available to you quickly--usually in 3 business days or less.

STD Statistics in Indianapolis, IN

In Indianapolis and Marion County, STD cases are reported in far more often than in the rest of the state of Indiana. While chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD in Marion County, cases of the infection have decreased slightly over the past several years. In 2011, there were a total of 8,965 cases of chlamydia reported in Marion County. In 2015, there were a total of 8,869 cases of chlamydia reported.3 Meanwhile, gonorrhea cases have increased in that time period. In 2011, there were a total of 2,699 cases of gonorrhea reported in the region. In 2015, there were a total of 3,215 cases of gonorrhea reported.4 Syphilis cases have been on the rise nationwide. In 2011, there were a total of 80 cases of syphilis reported in Marion County. In 2015, that number increased to a total of 153 cases of syphilis.5

There were 543 newly diagnosed cases of HIV in the state of Indiana in 2015. New cases of HIV are much more common among men. Men account for 84% of all new cases of HIV. The largest at-risk group is among white people who account for 54% of all cases reported in the state. HIV is most commonly reported in patients between the ages of 20 and 29.6 The Centers for Disease Control recommends that any person over the age of 13 and under the age of 64 should be tested at least once in their life for HIV.7

STDs and Sexual Education in Indianapolis, IN

In the state of Indiana, the Department of Education recommends that sexuality education be taught as part of a more comprehensive health and physical education curriculum. However, local districts are not required to do so. Indiana law does state that when sexuality education is taught, instruction must teach that abstinence outside of marriage and a mutually monogamous relationship inside of marriage are the best ways to avoid unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases and other associated health problems.8, 9

Indiana law states that each school, including those in the Indianapolis Public School District, must establish an HIV/AIDS advisory council. The purpose of this entity is to identify and study educational materials and resources on HIV/AIDS that are available for use in their schools, to determine which materials are based on medically accurate information and to advise the school district as to which materials and resources should be adopted for use.8, 9 High school aged people account for a large portion of reported STDs in Indianapolis. In 2014, people aged 19 or younger were the second largest group to report cases of any STDs in Indiana.3 The CDC suggests that all women with multiple partners, regardless of age, should also be tested for STDs. It is recommended that any sexually active person should be tested once a year for STDs.5

STDs and Demographics in Indianapolis, IN

In 2015, there were a total of 8,869 cases of chlamydia in Indianapolis and the greater Marion County area. Chlamydia was much more common in women than it was in men. Women accounted for 72.2% of all chlamydia cases reported. Chlamydia was most common in people between the ages of 20 and 29. The largest at-risk group were the black community which accounted for 48.4% of all cases reported.3 In 2015, there were a total of 3,215 cases of gonorrhea reported in Indianapolis and Marion County. Gonorrhea was much more commonly reported in male patients. Men accounted for 52.4% of all gonorrhea cases reported. Gonorrhea was more common in people between the ages of 25 and 34. The largest at-risk group was in the black community which accounted for 52.6% of all gonorrhea cases reported.4 In 2015, there were a total of 153 cases of syphilis in Indianapolis and Marion County. Syphilis was found most commonly in men who accounted for 93.5% of all syphilis cases reported in the area. The largest at-risk group for syphilis was white people who accounted for 51.9% of all syphilis cases reported.6 The CDC recommends screenings at least once a year for chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis for all sexually active gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men. They further recommend annual testing for any women who may be below the age of 25 or engage in unsafe sex or sex with multiple partners.7

Your Best Indianapolis, IN STD Testing Option

Indianapolis offers its residents many options for STD testing and treatment. If you are concerned that you may have been exposed to an STD in Indianapolis, getting tested is simple, affordable and confidential with STDTestExpress.com. To get started, answer a few brief medical questions to receive a personal test recommendation from our doctors. From there you can pick a lab to visit from our vast network of locations throughout your area. Sample collection often takes less than 30 minutes and your results are usually back within 3 business days or less. Our medical staff is available to answer any questions you have and prescription services are available if medically appropriate and allowed by state law. It is just that simple to go and get tested today. If available in your area, In-Home Collection even allows you to be tested at home, work or another location of your choice.